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55 Yr Old Removing 12 Yr Old Implants and Capsule
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I found this site last year when I began...
01MandyApril 11, 2017
WORTH IT$5,500
I found this site last year when I began researching the process for removing my breast implants. I had implants at the age of 37, 13 years ago. I am 50 now. As many on this site I did not ask for breasts as large as I ended up with. Of course back then large breasts were in so I was fine with the result and loved them for the first 5 years or so. I went with no bra, felt sexy and my husband loved them. After some time passed I started gaining weight and they just felt big and heavy. I didn't enjoy themAny longer but they were tolerable. About 5-6 years ago I started experiencing joint pain and fatigue. As time went on my breasts became hardened and painful. I didn't really understand what was going on or what was happening and I haven't been able to get my Dr with Kaiser to even acknowledge them or my issue. I have had to wear a bra 24/7 for about 3 years now or they hurt. But in reality they have been hurting constantly for years. It's crazy what we live with and put out of our minds. As with a lot of people there is always something coming up that you need to spend the money on and so I never went forward with getting out or even researching it for that matter. Just knew it would be expensive. Once I found this site I became determined and started telling my husband how much they cause me pain and he's said just get them out! He didn't care how much or where we got the money to just do it. I then began my research. I had never even heard of the capsule prior to this site. But after all the reviews I researched Drs and went for my consult. According to my Dr capsule contracture is in four stages and I am in stage three. He said he would remove my capsules. But he also said he would not give me a lift at the same time as he wanted me to heal for 6 months to a year first. I'm ok with that, after reading a lot of stories and seeing some results I would like to see what I end up with first. I also would need to lose my weight prior to lift and I don't want to wait to get them out so I feel this is the right direction for me. He did discuss new implants as an option but I made it very clear that I am 50 years old and do not see myself having another elective surgery in my sixties (and that is if they held up that long again). He was totally fine with that and understood that I just want to be healthy. I paid my deposit and have my surgery date of May 2, 2017. I'M SOOOOO nervous. there were no local Drs that I wanted to go with so I'm traveling 1.5 hours away. Not too bad, but not ideal.
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April 12, 2017
Thanks for sharing your story. I'm 56 and have had implants for 32?years...silicone, over the muscle, 225 cc. One if them has ruptured and I'm planning on scheduling my en bloc explant for early June. Both the surgeons I've talked to said I shouldn't get a lift right away, but....ugh...I dread the thought of having slack skin hanging there. Are you having local or general sedation? Good luck with your procedure.
April 14, 2017
General and I am so nervous. I don't know why @KCMR but I am really freaked out.
April 13, 2017
Good luck for your surgery on 2nd May! Before finding this site I did not realise just how many problems women have with their implants, it’s quite an eye opener. I’m having an explant and lift just over a week after you and I am really nervous too. I hope all goes well with your surgery and recovery :) x
April 14, 2017
@Jellies I was a 34/36 C prior and M now 38 DD. I have gained 30 pounds so I know that has added to the size. I don't know what size my implants are I cannot remember and it's not in my paperwork.
April 14, 2017
Hi 01Mandy- It's all so confusing isn't it. I asked my surgeon if it was a straight forward calculation such as: if implants had a projection of 5cm, would you be 5cm flatter etc? He said to some extent yes but depends if breast tissue needed removing too.
I wish I knew what I was going to be left with. One thing I know for sure, I won't re plant regardless of the outcome. Though I'm not sure if symptoms I have are related (I'll guess I will know if they disappear) I feel it's probably only a matter of time. As I have had them 10 years, I would need to replace them anyway, so figure I might as well remove and be done with it.
I'm fed up of not being able to wear high neck tops without my boobs looking even bigger than they are. You take it easy and look forward the your explant day xx
I wish I knew what I was going to be left with. One thing I know for sure, I won't re plant regardless of the outcome. Though I'm not sure if symptoms I have are related (I'll guess I will know if they disappear) I feel it's probably only a matter of time. As I have had them 10 years, I would need to replace them anyway, so figure I might as well remove and be done with it.
I'm fed up of not being able to wear high neck tops without my boobs looking even bigger than they are. You take it easy and look forward the your explant day xx
UPDATED FROM 01Mandy
17 days pre
18 Days and counting......
01MandyApril 15, 2017
Looking forward to spending time with the family on Sunday and not constantly obsessing over my surgery and the pictures on this site. I know I just have to get my mind prepared. I cannot imagine having regret. I cannot wait to feel lighter and no heaviness on my chest. No more back pain. No more breast pain. I just can't wait for all of that. I know I will never regret it and I know even though I have to wait to heal that I can and will have a lift if I need it or want it. My husband supports that. I hate that I will have to have two surgeries though. I'm hoping I can live with how they end up. I mean a nice padded bra should do the trick right. But I know I have to prepare myself for what they will look like and it sounds like everyone has the feeling of "what the heck did I do". So I'm preparing for it. I mean I know I might feel that because of how they look but never because I would regret getting these horrible things out of me. The closer I get, even though I'ma afraid of the surgery, I just want them out of me. I've been watching these surgeries on YouTube as well. Yikes. You know I've not seen any stories or picks on here of the Dr going through the nipple to remove and that is the only way my Dr will do it. ???? I guess they are all different. I'm also nervous about returning to work with no boobs. I mean it was very obvious when I got the, many years ago and now it will be very obvious I have none. So embarrassing. I've also gained a lot of weight so my stomach will be bigger than my chest. I think I will be able to lose my weight once they are out and I will feel up to exercising too. I wish it was tomorrow.
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April 15, 2017
Hang in there. Not long now. I feel exactly the same. I'm obsessed with trying to find photos of someone with boobs that look like mine now, so that I can compare their before and after. Even though I know every case is different and therefore so will be the results. Just get as much prep done as you can. Buy everything you might need. Bra, massage oil, V pillow etc.
Take care. The day will be here soon. X
Take care. The day will be here soon. X
April 15, 2017
Enjoy your family tomorrow. Im ten days post op. And happy with my results. I did not get a capsulectomy, and got it removed from the breast crease. Ive seen plenty removed through the nipple and results are the same . I thought that when you get them removed from the nipple you'd have a huge dent in the nipple, but do not worry I've seen those massive dents in women who got them removed from the crease. So basically just hold tight. It doesn't look like you have capsular contractor though. You can look at my pictures , if you'd like to see more let me know I'll upload some. So past ten days I've been wearing my binder, taking tylenol for pain for the First 3 days. Was able to clean on day 3. Energy came back by day 4. By day 6 I was back to normal. And yesterday I finally put on a sports bra with my binder over it. Remember bras lift everything. Even deflated boobs. And im the kind of person who doesn't like to wear bras at home and honestly after I'm healed I'll have no problem with it.
April 17, 2017
@Jellies what all do I need for Prep? What is a v pillow? What all are you getting? @socalanonymommy thank you for the info. 10 days wow that's great. I'm glad you two are communicating with me. I need someone to talk to. I will check out your pics. Please keep me updated. Congrats. Sounds like you didn't have much pain. I am getting my capsules out as the PS says I'm stage 3 CC??? I do have a lot of pain. Maybe from it tightening and squeezing? I do trust my PS but it does make you wonder. I don't think I look like it either. And I went for a different consult last year and wS told I didn't have it. I would rather have the capsule out to be on the safe side, but then again it takes more out of you and leaves you more "empty".
April 17, 2017
Ya well if one said you didn't have it and you don't think you have it then you probably dont. But if you have pain then maybe you do? I have textured implants and they hurt for a good three days. Sensitive for the next 3 days them after getting drains out I was a new woman. Showers hurt at first but day by day it got better. Now at 11 days I feel completely healed but I'm still wrappwrappingmy my breast, now over a sports bra, a cheap one with no elastic in the bottom. And i look good. Everyday they get better and better .
April 17, 2017
Ya well wit the capsule out you'll look better. Flatter is better now a days. And yes some people who leave capsules in end up having them tighten and distort their breast then they have to go back and remove it.
May 2, 2017
Good luck with surgery . Update us as soon as you get out . Youll be bored in bed for a while and us ladies are always here !
UPDATED FROM 01Mandy
13 days pre
Pre Op is Friday
01MandyApril 19, 2017
So my Pre Op is this Friday. I will write an update after. It's getting so real. I'm nervous still but I'm getting to the point that I just want it done and them out! I'm sure as it gets closer I will just be ready. Being put under bothered me at first but now I think it's the pain after. Dr says I only need to be off work a week. Any questions I should ask at my Pre Op? Thanks Ladies for any input you might have.
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April 19, 2017
No questions just go. Go calmly and take it one step at a time and dont back out. Youre very lucky you will have a week off because it takes that long to get back to normal.
April 19, 2017
It took me three days to be able to get up and clean but ad day three I wouldn't have been ready to go back to work.
April 20, 2017
I just had my explant today. It wasn't that bad so far. I came home right after and I just feel extremely hungry constantly(very odd). I just had pain when I woke up from surgery and now it's just sore. I have dry mouth and everything I eat either tastes too sweet or too salty. Maybe it's the anesthesia it will wear off. I was so nervous and scared too. It's easy it wasn't too bad I also have drains. Best of luck to you! If you have questions lets know.
April 21, 2017
Oh gosh lol I woke up out of anesthesia complaining about dry mouth dry throat , the nurse said it was the air tube. Then that beeping sound , I asked for a cotton ball to put in my ear cause my bells palsy causes me to have sensitive hearing sometimes. I have a full smile back just sensitive hearing. Anyways I'll check out your progress , let me know how you're doing!
April 21, 2017
I had dry mouth and sore throat. Also everything I ate either tasted too salty or too sweet. Maybe it's the medication and anesthesia. Today I am feeling better I am going to the doctors office maybe he will remove my tubes. It's a more uncomfortable feeling then pain. So far I haven't taken any norco mess. Just Celebrex for inflammation and antibiotics that the doctor prescribed. I have discomfort under my arms were my lymph nodes are. It feels sore. I will keep you update. Thanks Hun! I hope you feel better too!
April 22, 2017
My worst day was yesterday I was so depressed. My third day was the most worst day. The doctor didn't remove my drains. I have to wait another two days (the weekend). I am tired of sleeping on my back. I have pain were the drains are inserted. I can take a shower today but it's going to be tough with the drains. I can't wait for Monday to remove my drains. As far as my breasts they don't look too bad but I have a small emptiness on the top. But the nipple is not inverted or anything. It still hard to look at I was so use to my other boobs. Somewhat hard on me I can't lie. I really need strength to get use to the new look. How are you feeling? Do you have your drains in? Hope you are well!
April 21, 2017
I am planning on a full week for recovery, if for no,other reason than to shake off the effects of general anesthesia. Having a capsulectomy makes for a more lengthy recovery , too. Don't push it if you can afford to take the time off.
April 21, 2017
Yes you'll feel wiped out, my husband says it's because your body is working in over drive to heal but you will recover fast. A week is enough to get you back mentally. Physically you'll feel 100% hopefully by week two. I was able to visit family a week n half post op and do dishes and Chase kids with no problems. Just keep a binder on. It's been two weeks yesterday and I'm still wearing mine. It feels more comfortable and secure. I'll stop wearing it at two months lol.
April 23, 2017
@schilimg and @KCMR write a review so I can tag and follow and keep up with you and your story. Hope continue to feel better all,of you.
I am also waiting to see the results and hoping not to require a lift. In 2007 I had a lift with 260 cc HP implants, over the muscle, to improve my very saggy 34/36 C/D breasts, to create a 34/36 D/DD. I asked for smaller, and at the very last minute before going into the operating room, was talked into going larger than I had said. Feeling the pressure and feeling he would know what he was on about, I agreed.
However I have always felt like they have been too big.
Ten years later, I have a little sagging, though my surgeon says my nipples are in the correct place. I have cc grade 3, though don't have any issues with them, but I do fell that they now seem to sit high and look boxy!
My PS says, I will be concave at the upperpole. I am only hoping that without the weight of the implants, my skin will retract enough to not need an uplift.
My surgeon described my beasts as long and broad, which made me feel a bit rubbish. I guess it's the fear of the unknown isn't it.
Like you I know I do not want replacements, and I am 100% certain of that.
Can I ask you what size you were before implant? What size implants you have?
I shall follow your story, and hope it all runs smoothly for you. Good luck with it all. x
P.S. are you going to take arnica prior to the op? I found I have virtually no bruising with the lift and implants and I am convinced it was down the the arnica. X